Job Summary:

The Athletic Trainer will assist athletes with injury recovery, injury prevention, and general development and maintenance of health and fitness.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts an initial assessment of an athletes injury or illness; determines whether athletes should be referred to physicians for specific diagnosis and treatment.
• Provides first aid or emergency care when needed.
• Bandages, tapes, or applies ice to injured body parts as needed for specific injuries.
• Assists athlete in performing and completing rehabilitative exercise.
• Evaluates the readiness of athletes to play; approves participation in sports when appropriate.
• Provides instruction concerning and demonstrates proper use of equipment.
• Provides information and instruction to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel, or interested members of the community regarding care and prevention of injuries.
• Implements comprehensive illness and athletic injury prevention practices.
• Travels with athletic teams to sporting events to be available as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of injury treatment and prevention.
• CPR certification.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Athletic Training or related field required.
• At least two years of experience in athletic training.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to carry, pull, push, and lift equipment necessary for care.